Bioland eggs in the new stand: enjoyment from species-appropriate husbandry in Winterbach!

Bioland eggs in the new stand: enjoyment from species-appropriate husbandry in Winterbach!

Today the new stands were presented at the Winterbach weekly market, including an offer from the Weller-Hof from Ebersbach-Krapfenreut. This stand offers Bioland eggs, fresh pasta and sweet anise slices. Marcel Zimmer, who is responsible for the market in the town hall, describes the new offer as a significant benefit for market visitors. The balance at the weekly market shows an increasing demand for high-quality organic products.

Bioland eggs are particularly popular. The special thing about these eggs is that the chickens are kept in a species-appropriate manner. They not only live in stables with nests and scratching areas, but also have access to winter gardens, which significantly improves their quality of life. The feed is exclusively organic, and the use of dyes and preventive medications is strictly prohibited. The maximum number of animals per area is also below the requirements of the EU organic regulation in order to offer the animals more space. Further details on species-appropriate husbandry can be found on the Bioland website.

Events and markets

In addition to the Bioland eggs, the Weller-Hof range also includes pasta and aniseed slices, which are freshly prepared on site. On Friday, October 17, 2025, another new stand will be presented at the market, which is intended to further increase the variety of the offering.

The high quality of Bioland eggs comes at a price, which often raises the question of why these products are more expensive than conventional eggs. The reason for this is the considerable additional costs that arise from keeping and raising the animals in a species-appropriate manner. In addition, the brother roosters necessary to maintain the breed are an additional financial burden as they grow slower and provide higher quality meat. These aspects are crucial to create a balance between economic existence and animal welfare.

Bioland is actively working to improve organic chicken farming. With the founding of “Ökologe Tierzucht gGmbH”, work is being done to breed robust breeds that can effectively produce both eggs and meat. These dual-purpose breeds are a promising alternative and offer farmers more freedom in their breeding.

The average egg consumption per German corresponds to the amount laid by an organic laying hen, which illustrates the increasing demand for Bioland products. The male chicks that result from traditional laying hen production are a controversial topic. With the law against killing chicks coming into force in 2022, the topic will also become the focus of public discussions. Bioland strives to find ways to sustainably overcome these challenges in chicken farming.

It is important for consumers to recognize that choosing organic products is not just a question of taste, but is also associated with a contribution to greater animal welfare and sustainable agriculture. Information about the benefits of Bioland eggs and breeding can be found on the Bioland website.